What does the cryptic crossword clue "Veronica's competently following career (9)" mean?

The definition is "Veronica". The wordplay uses a charade (building blocks). SPEED (synonym="career") + WELL (synonym="competently") = SPEEDWELL; definition: "Veronica's" The answer is SPEEDWELL.

Veronica's competently following career (9)

Times Cryptic #29236 | 27 Across | 2025-05-22 flower

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